In December 1776, Benjamin Franklin is world-famous for his electrical experiments. But his passion and power are put to the test when he embarks on a secret mission to France—with the fate of American independence hanging in the balance.
Diplomacy is a game. America is the prize.
In December 1776, Benjamin Franklin is world-famous for his electrical experiments. But his passion and power are put to the test when he embarks on a secret mission to France—with the fate of American independence hanging in the balance.
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Franklin is a 2024 drama TV series from the United States starring Michael Douglas, Noah Jupe and Daniel Mays. It first aired on April 11, 2024. The series has 1 season and 8 episodes on Apple TV. Audiences rate it 7.5/10 from 55 votes — well received.
“Diplomacy is a game. America is the prize.”
Franklin premiered on April 11, 2024.
The main cast includes Michael Douglas, Noah Jupe, Daniel Mays, Ludivine Sagnier and Thibault de Montalembert.
Franklin has 1 season (8 episodes). Status: Ended.
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It holds an audience score of 7.5/10 from 55 ratings, so fans of drama titles are its best audience. Read member reviews below or add your own.
Every episode's audience rating at a glance — find the best (and worst) episodes before you binge.
| E1 | E2 | E3 | E4 | E5 | E6 | E7 | E8 | |
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| S1 | 6.2 | 5.3 | 5.7 | 5.7 | 5.7 | 5.7 | 5.7 | 5.0 |
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Michael Douglas
Noah Jupe
Daniel Mays
Ludivine Sagnier
Thibault de Montalembert
Assaad Bouab
Théodore Pellerin